Reviews
• Contrast between harsh techno and soft orchestral breaks • A massive lead melody cuts through gritty basslines • Lana, reimagined Cedric Gervais’ remix of Summertime Sadness is iconic. A Progressive House anthem that defined an era. So, when Nik Stone, Lazard & Averro took on the challenge 13 years later, I was intrigued. The
• A dark, modern Techno vibe with a captivating atmosphere • Smooth transitions and a funky 90s vocal touch • No-frills, effective drop that hits just right Let me introduce you to a fresh pair of names: Dovble V and Karl Oksari. These two have already teamed up on tracks like “Rockt Den Groove” (worth
• Touching and motivational message • Soaring melodies paired with driving basslines • Electrifying drop that feels like breaking through “We’ll make it through the storm.” That’s the heart of AFTERUS’s latest Trance release, “Through The Storm”. It’s the kind of track that sticks with you, the kind that turns a rough day into something
• Energetic rhythm with groovy, hypnotic vibes • Dynamic structure with evolving percussion and bass • A playful yet serious tone that grows on you The mysterious Ape Uprise has truly impressed with this banger, “Cosmic Apes,” and that’s great news because I rarely find myself reviewing Tech House. But hey, tastes change, right? This
• A bold fusion of 60s soul and futuristic Hypertechno-Trance • Nostalgic 90s synths meet frenetic Hardstyle energy • A chaotic yet oddly cohesive dancefloor weapon This is quite a strange rework, both in its final outcome and its choice of source material, which comes from a very different era. The Marvelettes’ “Please Mr. Postman”
• Textbook structure, but very entertaining • Gorgeous melody and dynamic bassline • Solid vocal performance with a club-ready drop New week, time for a lightweight track to kick off with the right dose of positivity! I’ve chosen this bouncy Slap House release from German duo FR3SH TrX and O’Neal for a simple reason: it’s
• 2015 vibes in the main drop • Strong vocal performance to valorize the breakdown • Excellent melodic switch in the second half “Go” by Winning Team is a standout Big Room track that hits all the right notes, blending great vocals, melodic shifts, and energetic bass to create a captivating piece of dance music.
• PsyTrance bassline laid over a viral meme • Impressive vocal modulation work • A fun rework designed to go viral Let’s have some fun today with W&W’s meme remix. It’s playful, but with a wholesome twist at the end… Keep reading to find out more. As you might have guessed from the title, the
• Andrew Rayel’s first release on Dreamstate Records • Euphoric, melodic Trance with a powerful, energetic vibe • Perfect track for Trance festivals like Dreamstate Finally, I’m reviewing Andrew Rayel again! His new track, “The Prophet”, released under Dreamstate Records, really struck a chord with me with its energetic tone and deep basslines. This marks
• Beautiful orchestral buildup • Blends dreaminess with raw energy • Not a big fan of the vocals in the drop Hex Cougar has delivered yet another standout track with “Dream of U”, a bass house banger that takes listeners on a wild ride from start to finish. The track opens with a dreamy, almost
• A fresh take on a 2004 Eurodance track • Squeenzie‘s vocals are warm yet vivid • The drop fuses aggressive Techno with Hardstyle vibes This Hypertechno cover starts off strong, choosing the underrated 2004 Eurodance track “Lonely” by Deep.Spirit. While I wish I could dig up more about the original artist (there’s not much
• A Bassline that hits • Great blend with the vocal • Genuine sound experimentation NOTSOSW33T’s “Memories” really caught me off guard in the best way possible. Right from the start, there’s something about it that feels fresh. The bassline, the melody, and the vocals just work together in this perfect, energetic harmony. As someone
• A perfect fusion of storytelling and electronic production • Unique guitar-driven sound • Euphoric progression that captures both melancholy and hope It’s been a while since I listened to Thomas Irwin, but here we go! You may remember him from Dharma Worldwide’s release “Fighting Till The End” (feat. Scarlett). Since then, I praised his
• Good balance between nostalgic and contemporary EDM • Impressive vocal presence • Pushing the genre boundaries The classic “Up & Down” by Billy More now showcases a Techno vest! Very curious rework today, as the Rave Techno genre is entering the music world with more and more revisitations of the classics, often with disappointing
• A fresh take on Melodic Hardstyle • Exceptional vocal placement • Transition between calm build-up and explosive energy Classy Euphoric Hardstyle alert! I stumbled upon “Higher Tonight” by Arhard featuring Jetason vocals, and let me tell you, this track demands attention. Released via Interplay, it’s a solid piece that immediately grabbed me with its
• Captivating vocals paired with a soft bassline • Soft ambient start evolving into emotional depth • Standout track in Chill Your Mind’s catalog Just released via Chill Your Mind, “Magic” captures that moment when love just clicks. This new release features TMPST and Phil Odd, both from Sweden, and our well-known Jordan Grace at
• Surprising Afro-house direction • Soaky Siren‘s vocals complement the tropical vibes • Excellent work on the bassline Winter might be approaching, but Tiësto is keeping the temperature tropical with his latest release. The dance music titan has joined forces with Bahamian powerhouse Soaky Siren for “Tantalizing,” an Afro-house gem that showcases both artists at
Fritz Kalkbrenner is no stranger to us. The German icon, first known to the masses for the global hit “Sky & Sand” with his brother Paul, and then for a sequence of Gold and Platinum hits, is a stable member in the Techno olympus of stars. He has performed at some of the world’s biggest
• Clean sound design • Trance-inspired buildups create dark, ethereal tension • Powerful bassline progression Today I want to talk about “Solus”, a very interesting Mainstage Techno release from Mannie Sapra. This talented producer from Rotterdam has already built a solid foundation with a volcanic Guest Mix for Laidback Luke’s Mixmash Records, following a third
• Dual producer-vocalist role • Emotional fusion of Rock and Melodic Dubstep • Loved the freedom message There’s a new wave of EDM Producers following the vocalist road! And this is great, because it adds a layer of genuineness in the vocals and the synergies are even more evident – the creator can tweak base
• Avicii-ish Future House • The evolving melodic structure adds depth • Bassline could be punchier Today, I want to introduce you to a small project that really caught my attention with its lighthearted style and innocent sound design. Uggly Bob, a new producer from Spain, has started his journey with a few independent releases,
